Replies to sharing that you are autistic.

I’m just venting to be honest, I’ve had a bit of a rollercoaster week, as many of you know, I was diagnosed this week. 
I’ve only told my mother and sister, both were fine and obviously a few questions.

My wife was phoning her sister tonight, so I said it was fine for my wife to share my diagnosis. I heard a very condescending voice say,” well how does that change anything?”

I now feel totally deflated and angry.

I wonder if anyone else has had negative replies? I do mean wether diagnosed or self identifying.

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  • Sorry to hear this Roy.

    I've had a mixed bag of reactions really and the ones that matter most to me are from the people I care most about.

    They range from what appears to just be quiet acceptance to denial that I am actually autistic with quite a lot of nuances in between.

    The denial was from a close family member but I don't have a close relationship, so although it annoyed me at the time, a lot, I've sort of put it behind me now.

    Thinking of you and hoping that you have some armour to deflect words + attitudes that hurt.

    Bouquet

  • Thanks Debbie, I’m just a bit annoyed, sorry you were treated in a similar way. she is one of those people who thinks autism doesn’t even exist. Another person I will send to room 101.

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